Explanation

• Wealth obtained from mines is subject to Khumus (one-fifth).
• Khumus means 20% of certain types of wealth.
• It is mentioned in the Qur'an (Surah Al-Anfal 8:41).
• It applies to treasures, minerals, and war gains.
• It is more emphasized in Shia jurisprudence, but exists in Sunni sources too.

Last verified on 28-04-2026

Explanation

• Zakat becomes obligatory when wealth reaches the Nisab level.
• For gold, Nisab is 87.48 grams (7.5 tola).
• Nisab for silver is 612.36 grams (52.5 tola).
• Zakat is 2.5% of total eligible wealth annually.

Last verified on 27-04-2026

Explanation

• Jizya is a tax taken from non-Muslims in an Islamic state.
• It is charged instead of Ushr/Zakat which Muslims pay.
• In return, non-Muslims receive protection and state services.
• It is part of the Islamic financial system.

Last verified on 26-04-2026

Explanation

Nisab of zakat for silver is 52 1/2 tola

Zakat means Purification.

When Zakat was made compulsory in 2 A.H. (properly implemented in 8 Hijri.

The word Zakat occurs 32 times in the Holy Quran.

Hazrat Abu Baker did Jihad on the issue of Zakat.

One who disbelievers in Zakat is a Kafir

“Zakat” is the treasure of Islam, who said this? Holy Prophet (PBUH)

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Last updated by NA on 25- April-2026

Explanation

• The verbal meaning of “Zakat” is Purification.
• It comes from the Arabic root meaning “to purify” and “to grow”.
• In Islam, Zakat purifies wealth and increases blessings.
• It is the 3rd fundamental pillar of Islam.
• It was made compulsory in 2 AH.
• It is mentioned 32 times in the Holy Quran.

Last verified on 25-04-2026